Social Worker (UCP)
About The Position
Provides full case management and counsels individuals, groups and/or family regarding psychological or emotional problems, develops and implements therapeutic treatment plan in various settings in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards of practice, and conducts assessments and/or screens relevant to the population being served or program. In addition to performing duties of the position, Lead Individual provides supervision to assigned program staff including but not limited to: hiring, training, weekly supervision, completing chart audits, and performance documentation to ensure continuity of care and accountability of services.
Requirements
- MA, MS, MSW, PsyD or PhD in a related field of human services from an accredited school.
- Proficiency in threshold language is required of positions primarily assigned to mono-lingual clients.
- Must be license-eligible or a registered intern and must have a minimum of one semester of relevant practicum, working with adolescents or families.
- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance.
- Must be able to complete and maintain required certifications and training including, but not limited to, First Aid/CPR, PRIDE, and as applicable to program.
Nice To Haves
- Some contracts may allow waiver of advanced degree, with a minimum BA/BA and two or more years of directly relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Acquires, maintains, teaches and demonstrates knowledge of Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) and Sexual Harassment standards at care provider facilities, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care and maintains a professional environment that is consistent with Title 22, licensing regulations, and established agency policies.
- Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
- Provides support, training, to the Resource Family, working in collaboration with various members of the treatment team.
- Conduct Pre-Service and on-going trainings to Resource Families as indicated.
- Develops a comprehensive psychosocial assessment.
- Conducts assessments and screens as required.
- Provides crisis intervention consultation to all members of the team.
- Assists in maintaining client.
- Provides timely and accurate documentation as required by payment source.
- Transports clients to appointments and activities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
